1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 329 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Omni | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |